Whether you opt for a whale-watching cruise in the comfort of a 500-passenger boat or an outing in a reliable Zodiac or sea kayak, you are guaranteed an exciting sea experience in Québec maritime. Come and observe up to 13 species of whales in the St. Lawrence, including friendly belugas and blue whales, the largest animals to have ever lived on earth. In some places you can even watch them from the shore. Experienced guides will introduce you to these impressive marine mammals.
The Gaspésie Tour is a legendary scenic drive that loops around the huge Gaspé Peninsula. National Geographic Traveler included this region in its 20 Best Trips of 2011, while the renowned Michelin Green Guide gave it 3 stars.
Côte-Nord borders the St. Lawrence for 1250 kilometres (775 miles), from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon. This region’s coastline has been designated the Whale Route, since 13 different species, including the blue whale, can be found in the waters of the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence. From several locations, you can participate in sea excursions by boat, Zodiac or even sea kayak to observe these fascinating mammals. Whales can also be seen from the shore.
"I went there in May, which it was still cold, but after the long drive when it got there it was all worth it, a truly unforgetable experience :) Everybody should go at least once in their life." Read more »
"When people think of places to go whale watching, they usually think of Tadoussac and not the south shore of the St. Lawrence, yet marine mammals are actually more numerous on this side!" Read more »
Visitors come from all over the world to observe the 13 species of whales in this park, including the endangered St. Lawrence belugas and the blue whales, the largest mammals to have ever lived on earth.
Take in the marine scenery from another angle while you enjoy the beauty of the park during a sea excursion: see both sides of Percé Rock as well as the bird colony on Bonaventure Island. If you are lucky, you might even spot the blow of a whale.
Sites such as the Marine Environment Discovery Centre, Cap-de-Bon-Désir, Pointe de l’Islet and Pointe-Noire are excellent places to observe marine mammals. Come and be inspired by this marine environment and keep your eyes wide open!
From the heart of the village of Percé, the trails up Mt. Sainte-Anne and Mt. Blanc lead to spectacular views.
A must-see for visitors: Percé Rock and Bonaventure Island by boat.
Photo: Marc Loiselle / ATRG
Admire the world’s largest and most accessible northern gannet colony, which is home to 120,000 of these birds.
Photo: Marc Loiselle / ATRG
A visit to Percé provides an opportunity to observe whales in their natural habitat.
Photo: JF Gagné
Commune with nature by kayaking around legendary Percé Rock.
Photo: Michel Julien / ATRG
Percé’s audio-guided historical tour is a stroll back through time through the eyes of local fishers, villagers, tourists and artists. From sea to village, emotion, history and astonishment await you!
Visit an authentic general store where local people in period costume will entertain you with humorous anecdotes about the history of our great pioneers.
The harbour in L’Anse-à-Beaufils: an opportunity to discover regional history and culture.
Photo: Jean Pierre Huard / ATRG
You never know what treasures await you around the next bend in the river!
Photo: JF Gagné
The largest inner lagoon in Québec: whether you are on the sea side or the marsh side, it is a spectacular sight.
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